The importance of older adults understanding nutrition

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What should I be eating to stay healthy? Can

someone tell me what I need to do to take care

of myself?

What foods are healthy

for me?

Can I eat Whatever I want?

Let me explain what are the best choices for

you.

What about dietary suppliments? Are those healthy or will they hurt me? Do I need to take a vitamin as part of my

daily diet? (Photo from http://www.extension.iastate.edu/nutrition/supplements/benefit.php)

Nutritional requirements change as we age. Aging affects the way the body responds to foods. It is important to know exactly what should be included in a daily diet when the body is in need of

special care. But understanding these requirements can be difficult without assistance. Modified MyPyramid for Older Adults. © 2007 Tufts University on http://nutrition.tufts.edu/1197972031385/Nutrition-Page-

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It may be tempting to give up following a strict diet. What’s the point? Aging is inevitable. Why not enjoy all

the food you want?

Providing yourself with better nutrition does not have to be a

chore. The benefits are numerous, and food can still be

enjoyable.

Food is a great thing to fellowship over. Healthy eating helps your body,

mind and your spirit.